Batch cooking recipes

A quick cottage pie that uses low-fat buttermilk in the mash

Meltingly tender and full of classic Asian flavours, these lamb shanks are perfect for freezing

These freezable biscuits are completely irresistible and make a great gift for kids to give to teachers or grandparents

This satisfying evening meal can be made in advance: simply make up the pie and freeze until you are ready to bake it

This recipe is designed to be made ahead and frozen - individual fish suppers with creamy salmon and chunky veg

Goulash makes a great freezer standby - just the job when you're pushed for time, but want the comfort of a stew

Make a deliciously wholesome spaghetti bolognese in less than half an hour with our simple recipe

A versatile pasta bake is a midweek staple and this recipe can even be made ahead and frozen for extra convenience

An Italian-American classic, this freezable sausage pasta bake is an ideal make-ahead family dish for busy days

This vegetarian lasagne is freezer-friendly, the ideal standby supper

Cook a batch of this delicious family favourite and you'll always have a satisfying meal to hand

Packed with goodness, this freeze-ahead one-pot is quick to prepare and counts towards your five-a-day

A comforting supper for a crowd that you can freeze ahead to save time on the night

Keep this biryani bake in the freezer for an easy midweek health kick

Warm up your week with this nourishing healthy vegetable soup that's packed with veggies and pasta, and easy to freeze ahead

Delight friends with an afternoon tea that includes this easy carrot cake. You can bake the cake, freeze it and just drizzle over the icing on the day

Cayenne pepper and Scotch bonnet chillies give this boldly flavoured peanut casserole a fiery kick

A twist on macaroni cheese, with added veg and a crunchy topping of bread and nuts - make in batches and freeze

Turn the popular cake into chewy cookies, complete with cream cheese icing. Box them up to give as a gift, or make a batch of dough to keep in the freezer

This moreish, filling soup is so satisfying, and ready in just 40 minutes. Make a big batch and keep it in the freezer for busy nights

These easy vegan breakfast muffins with muesli and pecans are perfect for making ahead of time and freezing in batches for a quick morning snack

Ramp up your usual spaghetti Bolognese with this recipe which throws in a few unorthodox methods and ingredients to deliver the ultimate pasta dish

Batch-cook this chilli and freeze for healthy dinners when you're pushed for time. It'll soon become a family favourite with hidden vegetables to nourish fussy eaters

This gravy packs a real punch, and goes perfectly with roast beef for Sunday lunch. Make a big batch and freeze leftovers ready for the next roast